Portrait medallion

Blue jasper portrait medallion depicting Admiral of the Fleet, Lord Richard Howe (1726-1799). He is shown in profile, in uniform facing to the left. The medallion was modelled by John De Vaere in 1798. The back of the plaque is covered with paper.

Object Details

ID: AAA6129
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Portrait medallion
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Josiah Wedgwood & Sons Ltd; Josiah Wedgwood & Sons Ltd Vaere, John De
Date made: After 1798
People: Howe, Richard; Josiah Wedgwood & Sons Ltd
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 115 x 90 x 20 mm